1. List some negative effects of peer pressure. 2. Describe how peer pressure can be negative. 3. How has peer pressure effected you? 4. Is the pressure positive or negative? 5. What would you do if your friends wanted you to do something that you disagreed with?
6. What can you do to avoid peer pressure?
Statistics Surrounding Teen Peer Pressure The CDC results were shocking. By the time teenagers are 14 years old,
20% of them have tried a cigarette
66% have tried alcohol
25% reported having been involved in a binge drinking episode
25% of teen girls tried illegal drugs as a direct result of peer pressure
More that one-third of teens have had sexual intercourse
Essential Questions:
- Why do people give in to peer pressure?
- What are the lasting effects of peer pressure?
Peer Pressure GlogDiscussion Questions
1. List some negative effects of peer pressure.
2. Describe how peer pressure can be negative.
3. How has peer pressure effected you?
4. Is the pressure positive or negative?
5. What would you do if your friends wanted you to do something that you disagreed with?
6. What can you do to avoid peer pressure?
Statistics Surrounding Teen Peer Pressure
The CDC results were shocking. By the time teenagers are 14 years old,